20 Recipes for Cooking with Whole Grains

Not sure what cracked Emmer is? That's okay. After you start making dishes from this collection of grain recipes, you will. Get used to having wholesome grains like barley, quinoa, and farro make more frequent appearances in breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This is nutrition at its finest — and most satisfying.Want to know which grains you should eat? Find out with this list of grain facts.

Bacon Quinoa with Almonds and Herbs

Bacon Quinoa with Almonds and Herbs

"Quinoa is a miracle food," says Bruce Sherman. Native to the Andes Mountains, the nutty, protein-rich grain is now also grown in the U.S. Sherman tosses it with smoky bacon and toasted almonds to make a substantial side dish that's fantastic with poached eggs or roasted chicken.